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sports16 days ago•14 min saved

Brazzell II shines as Panthers begin to shape Day 2 minicamp

On Day 2 of Carolina’s rookie minicamp, Chris Brazzell II stood out with elite catching range and speed, Monroe Freeling arrived at about 325 pounds looking the part and moving well, and rookie center Sam Hecht showed calm, professional play that could push for a rotational role. Coach Dave Canales emphasized the stacked WR room alongside Bryce Young targets like Tetairoa McMillan, Jalen Coker and Xavier Legette, while post-practice drills mixed competition with light work as the team continues to settle in after the draft. Canales also used the session to acknowledge the Mothers Day holiday and the ongoing development of the rookies.

via Panthers.com|

#carolina-panthers #chris-brazzell-ii #monroe-freeling

sports18 days ago•8 min saved

Panthers unveil rookie minicamp roster led by Freeling

The Carolina Panthers announced their 2026 rookie minicamp roster, led by first-round pick Monroe Freeling wearing No. 57. The camp features seven draft picks (six signed), 10 undrafted rookies, 11 tryouts, and eight returning players from last year’s squad. Freeling’s jersey number is locked at 57 and he’s viewed as versatile enough to play either tackle, with GM Dan Morgan calling him the best player on their board and a high‑upside addition to the line.

via Panthers.com|

#carolina-panthers #monroe-freeling #nfl

sports1 month ago•25 min saved

Panthers scouts spotlight 2026 draft class: five key takeaways

Carolina wrapped its 2026 NFL draft with seven picks, and four regional scouts shared five takeaways: Lee Hunter’s imposing 6-3, 318-pound frame on the defensive line; Chris Brazzell II’s mix of size, speed, and advanced route running; Monroe Freeling’s high ceiling and evident love for the game; Sam Hecht’s movement skills, hand technique, and football IQ at center; and Zakee Wheatley’s versatility and elite ball skills. The takeaways highlight both on-field upside and the Panthers’ focus on building a strong, high-character locker room.

via Panthers.com|

#2026-nfl-draft #monroe-freeling #nfl

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Eagles Eye a Tackle Upgrade, Embracing a Trenches-First Draft

As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, the Eagles are anticipated to trade up for an offensive tackle (Monroe Freeling or Kadyn Proctor) to reinforce the line, framing the draft as a trenches-first, 'eat your vegetables' approach. The piece also highlights Max Iheanachor as a potential development project, notes that leadership changes won’t derail OL development, and suggests Day 2/3 targets at tight end and a possible veteran trade. A first-round safety is unlikely, while a QB possibility remains speculative rather than a Hurts replacement. Overall, the author senses less draft juice than in past years.

via Bleeding Green Nation|

#kadyn-proctor #monroe-freeling #nfl-draft

sports1 month ago•13 min saved

Local Eagles Beat Writers Predict a Tackle-Heavy 2026 First Round

A roundup of Philadelphia-area reporters’ first-round projections for the 2026 Eagles shows Kadyn Proctor as the popular target, with other tackles such as Monroe Freeling, Blake Miller and Max Iheanachor also in play, plus occasional mentions of Kenyon Sadiq at TE. Several writers discuss potential trades (up to No. 19 or down to No. 29) to optimize the board, reflecting the Eagles’ ongoing need to find Lane Johnson’s successor and bolster the O-line.

via PhillyVoice|

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sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Steelers Poised to Upgrade O-Line with Monroe Freeling in Schrager's Final Mock

In ESPN's Peter Schrager's final 2026 mock, the Steelers are projected to select Georgia OT Monroe Freeling with their first-round pick, a move that would bolster protection for a potential Aaron Rodgers-led offense and account for Jones/Cook's impending free agency; Freeling's starter traits and a Pro Day attendance by GM Omar Khan and Mike McCarthy give him appeal, and with Ioane and Cooper Jr. already off the board, he’s seen as the best available lineman, a pick considered smarter than the earlier Parker suggestion.

via Steelers Depot|

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sports1 month ago•7 min saved

Philly's 2026 mock draft features Freeling trade-up to anchor the line

PhillyVoice's final Eagles-only 2026 mock trades up to pick 16 for Monroe Freeling to bolster the offensive line, then adds Chris Bell (WR), Dani Dennis-Sutton (EDGE), Gennings Dunker (OT/OG) in Round 3, Bud Clark (S) and Will Kacmarek (TE) in Round 4, Kaleb Proctor (iDL) in Round 5, and Harold Perkins (LB/EDGE) in Round 6 across rounds 2–6.

via PhillyVoice|

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sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Panthers at 19: Sadiq or Freeling Lead 2026 Mock Draft Buzz

At pick 19 in the 2026 NFL Draft, multiple mock drafts trend toward Carolina taking TE Kenyon Sadiq (per NFL Network, CBS, Yahoo) with Sadiq serving as a receiving threat, while ESPN also nods to OT Monroe Freeling as another option. The Panthers, who have seven total selections, have spent heavily on defense in recent offseasons and are weighing how a playmaking tight end or long-term tackle could complement Bryce Young and the rest of the roster.

via Carolina Panthers|

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sports2 months ago•12 min saved

Buyer Beware: The 2026 NFL Draft’s Most Risky Prospects

PFF flags a slate of 2026 NFL Draft prospects as “buyer-beware” due to red flags, including QB Drew Allar’s inconsistent accuracy and big-game struggles; OL Monroe Freeling’s limited true pass-set reps; RB Seth McGowan’s lack of explosiveness; WR Zachariah Branch’s limited downfield impact; TE Oscar Delp’s uncertain NFL projection; and concerns around EDGE Keldric Faulk and LB CJ Allen, illustrating that hype can outpace objective evaluation.

via PFF|

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sports-nfl2 months ago•6 min saved

Commanders Eye No. 3 as CBS's 2026 Mock Draft Orchestrates a Blockbuster Shake-Up

CBS Sports' latest 2026 NFL Draft mock has the Washington Commanders moving up from No. 7 to No. 3 to select Texas Tech edge David Bailey, with Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza projected as the No. 1 overall pick for the Raiders. The mock also features five Ohio State players in the first round and a raft of top prospects across the top 10, including several top tackles and defenders shaping the opening picks.

via On3|

#david-bailey #monroe-freeling #nfl-draft-2026

sports2 months ago•15 min saved

Chiefs land Kelce replacement and two first-round picks in post-combine mock

In a post-combine mock draft, the Chiefs trade Trent McDuffie to the Rams for extra first-round picks, then use one of the new slots to draft Kenyon Sadiq as a Travis Kelce replacement at 12, while Monroe Freeling rises into the first round, among a wide set of Round 1 projections.

via CBS Sports|

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sports3 months ago•3 min saved

Mock Draft Monday: Eagles Target Georgia Stars, Freeling Surges

Mock drafts linking the Philadelphia Eagles to Georgia players continue, with OT Monroe Freeling emerging as a top late‑riser option due to his size, movement, and potential versatility on the line. Other discussed targets include WR Zachariah Branch, EDGE Cashius Howell, and CB Colton Hood, each with caveats about fit, run defense, or discipline. The piece notes Howie Roseman’s trench‑heavy philosophy and suggests the Eagles could address either offense or defense in the first round, depending on free‑agency outcomes and board dynamics, making Freeling a particularly plausible pick if he remains available.

via Bleeding Green Nation|

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